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Braised Potatoes

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gamja-jorim

Bite-size potatoes braised in sweet soy sauce.

Easy25 min3 servings★ 62VeganContains soyContains sesame
Braised Potatoes

History & culture

Soy-braised potatoes (gamja jorim) are a sweet-salty banchan often associated with children's lunchboxes and home tables since the mid-twentieth century. The simmering method helps stretch a cheap staple into a flavorful side that keeps for several days in the refrigerator. It remains one of the most common introductory Korean sides for diners abroad as well as at school meals.

Servings
3

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Ingredients & steps

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Ingredients

  • Garlic
    2 cloves, sliced
  • Potato
    4 medium, bite-size
  • Toasted sesame seeds
    1 tsp
  • Water
    1 cup
  • Green onion

    Substitutescallion or spring onion

    1 stalk

Seasonings

  • Soy sauce

    SubstituteTsuyu (diluted) 6 tsp (2 tsp per 1 tbsp) or Tamari 3 tbsp

    3 tbsp
  • Toasted sesame oil

    Substitutea small amount of olive oil (flavor differs)

    1 tsp
  • Sugar
    1½ tbsp

Steps

  1. 110 min

    Soak cut potatoes in cold water 10 minutes to remove excess starch, then rinse and drain well.

    • Potato
    • Water
  2. 2

    Combine soy sauce, sugar, garlic and water in a pot. Add potatoes.

    • Soy sauce
    • Sugar
    • Garlic
    • Water
    • Potato
  3. 3Medium heat18 min

    Bring to a boil, then simmer covered on medium-low 15–18 minutes until tender.

    • Potato
  4. 4Medium heat3 min

    Uncover and reduce sauce until glossy. Top with sesame oil, green onion and sesame seeds.

    • Toasted sesame oil
    • Green onion
    • Toasted sesame seeds

Storage & reheating

Refrigerate up to 5 days. Flavor improves after a day.

Troubleshooting

  • ⚠️ Potatoes are mushy

    → Simmer gently and check doneness at 12 minutes.

  • ⚠️ Too sweet

    → Reduce sugar by ½ tbsp and add a splash of soy sauce.